A national leader
Central College is at the forefront of the strength and conditioning field, not only in providing sophisticated and highly individualized training programs for athletes, but with an academic component through a unique strength and conditioning major. Through classroom study and hands-on coaching experiences, Central's program also prepares students for professional opportunities. Many other colleges and universities hire Central College graduates to lead their own strength and conditioning programs.
- One of nation’s only Division III programs with three full-time strength and conditioning coaches
- Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Education (CASCE) accredited strength and conditioning academic major
- More than 95 percent of strength and conditioning program graduates employed in the field or in graduate school within a year of graduation
- More than 30 percent of strength and conditioning program graduates immediately attend graduate school
- Top-quality 7,200 square foot training facility in the Ron Schipper Fitness Center
- Individualized strength, conditioning and nutritional guidance provided to help all athletes maximize their athletic potential while decreasing the chance for injury
Proven results
Athletes in Central’s strength and conditioning program see results on the field and on the playing floor. Progress is also measured in testing data.
Average improvement for Central College male athletes over three years (freshman to junior year):
Body weight: 15 pounds
Vertical jump: 4.5 inches
10-yard dash: 0.15 seconds
40-yard dash: 0.25 seconds
Pro agility: 0.30 seconds
Hang clean: 100 pounds
Back squat: 125 pounds
Bench press: 65 pounds
